Booklet for Children for The Ordination and Consecration

of The Rev. Poulson C. Reed

Sixth Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma

On Saturday, the 30th day of May, 2020

BISHOPS OF THE DIOCESE OF OKLAHOMA

Bishop of the Missionary District of Oklahoma Rt. Rev. Francis Key Brooke 1893 – 1918. First Bishop for the Missionary District of Oklahoma

Bishop of the Eastern District of Oklahoma Ft. Rev. Theodore Payne Thurston 1911 – 1918 Was the Eastern District of Indian Territory Bishop and when Bishop Brooke died, became the Bishop of the combined territories of Oklahoma and Indian Territory.

Bishop of the Missionary District of Oklahoma Ft. Rev. Theodore Payne Thurston (combined Eastern and Oklahoma District) 1919 – 1926

Interim Bishop of the Missionary District of Oklahoma Eugene Cecil Seamon 1926 – 1928 (Bishop of North Texas filling in while Thurston was ill)

Bishop of the Missionary District of Oklahoma Rt. Rev. Theodore Payne Thurston 1928 – 1939

Bishop of the Missionary District of Oklahoma & Diocese of Oklahoma Rt. Rev. Thomas Casady 1939 – 1953 Founded Casady school in 1947 Began his tenure as a Missionary District Bishop and became the first Bishop of the Diocese of Oklahoma when the House of Bishops approved Oklahoma to become a Diocese, October 13, 1937

Co-Adjudicator of Oklahoma Rt. Rev. Chilton Powell 1951 - 1953 Bishop of the Diocese of Oklahoma Rt. Rev. Chilton Powell 1953 – 1967 Was Chairman of the Standing Liturgical Commission which oversaw the revision of the Common Prayer Book in 1978

Suffragan Bishop Rt. Rev. Frederick Warren Putnam 1963 – 1979 Bishop of the Diocese of Oklahoma Rt. Rev. Gerald McAllister 1977 – 1989 Was the first Bishop involved in an overseas companion diocese – Nicaragua & Uganda.

Suffragan Bishop Rt. Rev. William Cox 1980 – (unsure of end date on this one)

Bishop of the Diocese of Oklahoma Rt. Rev. Robert M. Moody 1989 – 2007 Longest serving Bishop in the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma.

Bishop of the Diocese of Oklahoma Rt. Rev. Dr. Edward J. Konieczny 2007 - 2020

PREFACE TO THE ORDINATION RITES

From the apostles’ time, there have been different ministries within the Church. In particular,

since the time of the New Testament, three distinct orders of ordained ministers have been

characteristic of Christ’s holy catholic Church. First, there is the order of bishops who carry on

the apostolic work of leading, supervising, and uniting the Church. Secondly, there are priests.

Together with the bishops, they take part in the governance of the Church, in the carrying out of

its missionary and pastoral work, and in the preaching of the Word of God and administering his

holy Sacraments. Thirdly, there are deacons who assist bishops and priests in all of this work. It is

also a special responsibility of deacons to minister in Christ’s name to the poor, the sick, the

suffering, and the helpless.

The persons who are chosen and recognized by the Church as being called by God to the

ordained ministry are admitted to these sacred orders by solemn prayer and the laying on of

episcopal hands

It is also recognized and affirmed that the threefold ministry is not the exclusive property of the

Episcopal Church, but is a gift from God for the nurture of his people and the proclamation of his

Gospel everywhere.

Adapted from “The Book of Common Prayer” 1979, p. 510

The Ordination and Consecration is being held at St. Paul’s Cathedral, Oklahoma City. Do you

wonder why? The Cathedral is the church that contains the diocesan bishop's seat, throne,

or cathedra. The cathedral is the principal church of the diocese. As the symbol and

center of diocesan ministry, the cathedral is an appropriate place for diocesan celebrations

and episcopal services.

We will be consecrating a Bishop Coadjutor – Poulson will serve as an Assistant Bishop to Bishop Ed with the right of succession upon the resignation of the diocesan bishop. (When Bishop Ed retires, Bishop Coadjutor will assume diocesan responsibilities. This will give Poulson time to

learn about our diocesan make-up, culture, events, and programs.)

Even though Poulson has already been ordained as a priest, he will now be ordained as a Bishop. This is why we are holding an Ordination and Consecration.

What do you see in the Diocesan Seal?

WHAT WE WILL HEAR, SEE, AND SMELL

ORGAN PRELUDE – This music provided by

an organ serves as an introduction to the

event to come.

CHORAL PRELUDE – These songs are sung as

an introduction to the event to come.

These two prelude offerings allow individuals

to arrive and find a seat. The music helps

keep noise down, provides a time for people

to prepare for the up-coming event, and sets

a mood for the Ordination and Consecration.

PROCESSIONAL MUSIC – Thought of as

“traveling music” that allows the

participants in the liturgy to move from one

place to another.

PROCESSION – A procession will move the participants in the Ordination and Consecration to

flow into the area where the service will be held. You can think of this as a kind of parade. Below

is the order of entrance.

Groups of Acolytes will be between each of the groups below. They will be marked by a red cross.

Parish Banners of the Diocese of Oklahoma

Every church in the diocese has its own banner, which reflects something about their church

name. See how many you can count? Can you find your own church?

Star Symbol of the State of Oklahoma

Arrowhead Symbol of the Indian Territory. Eastern Oklahoma was once Indian Territory. Oklahoma was open to white settlement in 1889. , what is known as “The Run”

Wagon Wheel The Drive - This symbol is representative of a covered wagon. This symbolizes “The Run” when the territory of Oklahoma was open to people seeking to move in. The first Bishop ever to enter this state came by wagon in October 1837.

Shoemaker tools – The Awl and the knife

Emblems of Saints Crispin and Crispinian, are the Christian patron saints of cobblers, curriers, tanners, and leather workers. In other words, shoe- makers.

Can you think of a Bible story where Jesus was in a procession?

Can you match from above: Which one is the Bishop, the Priest, the Deacon?

Baby Bishop - An informal term that refers to a newly ordained bishop. It reflects the assumption that a period of time will be required for the newly ordained bishop to gain experience and grow into the new position.

PEOPLE IN THE PROCESSION

Civic Leaders and Area Representatives

These may include the mayor of the city or other official representatives of the city, county, or

state.

Executive Council Members

These are elected members of the body of the church TEC (The Episcopal Church) and in charge of

and deciding policy for the three years between General Convention. They are like a vestry for

the Episcopal Church as a whole.

Provincial Officers

The Diocese of Oklahoma is a member of Province VII, along with 12 other Dioceses in the region.

There are 11 dioceses in other countries or outlying U.S. territories and the diocese

of Convocation of Episcopal Churches in Europe.

MAP OF PROVINCE VII

Diocesan Council

Elected members of lay and clergy who are responsible for the work and ministry of the Diocese.

Diocesan Staff

Those who work in the Diocesan Office under the guidance of the Bishop. The staff works

together to coordinate diocesan events and share as partners in ministry in our churches.

Diocesan Standing Committee

The Standing Committee is elected by the diocesan convention. Half of its members are clerical,

half lay. A lay person represents the people of God. The ministry of the laity is to represent Christ

and his Church. Lay persons are the first named in The Ministry, found on page 855 of the Book of

Common Prayer. The Standing Committee serves as the bishop's council of advice.

What would you put on a

banner to represent your

name or you?

The Search & Nominating Committee

These individuals were charged with compiling a Diocesan Profile which creates a picture of our

diocese and its people. This information was taken from questions asked of everyone from

around the Diocese about the qualities for our Bishop Co-Adjutor. From this information, a

Diocesan Profile was composed, which included information about the state of Oklahoma, the

history of the Diocese, how it has shaped us and our ministries and program and the qualities for

the next bishop.

The Transition Committee

This group of individuals was responsible for the “walk-about” which was a time where people

could ask questions of the two candidates before the election and in charge of the election

process held at St. Paul’s Cathedral, OKC.

PROCESSIONAL MUSIC

READING OF THE PREFACE TO THE ORDINATION RITES IS THIS DONE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE

PROCESSION????

PROCESSIONAL HYMNS – Sung - These songs will move people into their official places for the

Ordination.

PROCESSION - The rest of those who will be involved in some way with the Ordination and

Consecration. This represents the entire community of faith.

Master of Ceremonies

The master of ceremonies sees that the program stays on schedule. He/she is the official host of

the event.

Presenters of the Bishop-elect

Lay: Mr. Sergio Uribe, Senior Warden, Santa Maria de Virgen

Lay: Ms. Jenna Elmer, Student Leader, Canterbury Center, OSU Campus Ministry

Priest: The Rev. Suzanne Mollison, St. Paul’s, Altus (Search Committee Co-Chair)

Priest: The Rev. Shelby Scott, St. Patrick’s, Broken Arrow

Readers of Testimonials

Certificate of Election: Ms. Kate Carney Huston, Secretary of Diocesan Convention [pending]

Testimonial of Election: Mr. Bill Cathcart, Diocesan Chancellor

Evidence of Ordination: Mr. Richard Clements, All Souls’, Oklahoma City (Search Committee Co-

Chair)

Consents of Standing Committees: The Rev. Mary Ann Hill, St. Dunstan’s, Tulsa (President,

Standing Committee)

Consents of Bishops: The Rt. Rev. Larry R. Benfield, Bishop of Arkansas (President, Province VII)

[pending]

There are five testimonies that must be shared in public prior to the Consecration. These

individuals will read a statement concerning each of them aloud.

The Registrar of the General Convention

The Rt. Rev. Canon Michael Barlowe

The Registrar maintains all journals and other records of the General Convention, and maintains

records of all ordinations and consecrations of bishops in the Episcopal Church. The Registrar is a

presbyter elected by the House of Deputies upon the nomination of the House of Bishops.

Presenters of the Gifts of Office

Family, friends, and clergy who will be presenting gifts to represent the position of our new

bishop.

Litanist

The Litanist is the person reading the prayers of petition to the participants.

Old Testament Reader Mr. Max Hill, Youth, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Oklahoma City This person reads the scripture from the Old Testament.

Cantor

A singer who

sets the pitch

and leads the

liturgical

singing of

psalms,

canticles,

anthems, and

other sung

texts.

New

Testament

Reader

Did you know that the liturgical colors of the church help us identify the church season or special event? Other colors could be: Purple or blue, green, and white

An easy way to remember what color season we are in:

WHITE, the color of Jesus’ burial garments, for Christmas, Easter, and other ‘feasts’ or festival days, as well as marriages and funerals.

PURPLE/VIOLET for Advent (or ROYAL BLUE) & Lent (or UNBLEACHED LINEN)

RED is used in Holy Week, the Day of Pentecost, and at ordinations

GREEN is used during Epiphany and the ‘Ordinary Time’ after Pentecost Sunday and is the

longest season in the church.

All clergy of the diocese are invited and encouraged to attend. They will be wearing red, as

red is the color of excitement, energy, power, and all things intense and passionate.

Mrs. Julia Harris of St. John’s, Norman

This person will be reading the New Testament scripture verses.

Ministers of Communion

Those who will be part of the liturgy distributing communion.

Deacon Formation Candidates

Those individuals who are in studies as potential deacons in the diocese.

Seminarians

Those individuals attending places of higher education which focuses on preparing them to

become a priest in the diocese.

Seminary Deans & Representatives

Deans of the Seminary are like the president of a company. The represent the place of education.

Ecumenical Clergy

Clergy members from other faith-based traditions.

Ecumenical Bishops & Interfaith Representatives

The official representatives from other faith-based traditions.

Priests of the Diocese of Oklahoma

Chaplain to the Bishop-elect

This person is responsible to see if there are any last-minute needs of the Bishop-elect (such as

water, cough drops, or Kleenex) and to provide them in way as to not interrupt the flow of the

event.

The Bishop-elect

Gospeller

English: The Rev. Dana Orwig, St John’s, Oklahoma City

Mvskoke (Creek): The Rev. Rosemary McCombs Maxey, Kansas-Oklahoma Conference United

Church of Christ

Spanish: The Rev. Rocio Lopez, St. Christopher’s, Midwest City [pending]

These persons will be reading the Gospel lesson during the event. It is usually read by a Deacon.

Deacons of the Table

The Rev. James Tyree, St. John’s, Norman

The Rev. Bobby Saunkeah, St. Luke’s, Ada

These priests proclaim the gospel, lead intercessions, to prepare the eucharistic table. Deacons

can be identified from Priests by their stoles and how it is worn over their left shoulder.

Episcopal and Lutheran Bishops

There will be Episcopal Bishops from other Dioceses present, along with Lutheran Bishops. The

Bishop’s from the Evangelic Lutheran Church of America share in the ministry of the church by

way of a document called “Called to Common Mission.”

Diocesan Banner

This banner is housed at St. Paul’s Cathedral. It contains the diocesan bishop’s seat, throne, or

cathedra. The cathedral is the principal church of the diocese. As the symbol and center of

diocesan ministry, the cathedral is an appropriate place for diocesan celebrations and episcopal

services. The dean is the clergyperson with pastoral charge of the cathedral.

Retired Bishop(s)

Any bishops who have retired and wish to come to the event. The Diocese of Oklahoma has ___

retired bishops living here.

Preacher

The Rt. Rev. Carlye J. Hughes, Bishop of Newark, will be delivering today’s message.

Co-consecrating Bishops

At least 3 or no more than 6 current Bishops who will serve with The Presiding Bishop as part of

the consecration

Chaplain to the Retiring Bishop

Retiring Bishop

The Rt. Rev. Edward J. Konieczny – Bishop Ed

Canon to the Presiding Bishop

The Presiding Bishop

The Most Rev. Michael B. Curry

OPENING ACCLAMATION

Presiding Bishop Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

People And blessed be his kingdom, now and for ever. Amen.

THE COLLECT FOR PURITY

The Bishop says

Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid:

Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly

love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

THE PRESENTATION

The Bishops and People sit. Representatives of the diocese, both Priests and Lay Persons,

standing before the Presiding Bishop, present the Bishop-elect, saying

Michael, Bishop in the Church of God, the clergy and people of the Diocese of Oklahoma,

trusting in the guidance of the Holy Spirit, have chosen Poulson Reed to be a bishop and chief

pastor. We therefore ask you to lay your hands upon him and in the power of the Holy Spirit to

consecrate him a bishop in the one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church.

The Presiding Bishop then directs that testimonials of the election be read.

When the reading of the testimonials is ended, the Presiding Bishop requires the following

promise from the Bishop-elect

In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, I, Poulson Reed, chosen Bishop

of the Church in Oklahoma, solemnly declare that I do believe the Holy Scriptures of the Old and

New Testaments to be the Word of God, and to contain all things necessary to salvation; and I do

solemnly engage to conform to the doctrine, discipline, and worship of The Episcopal Church.

The Bishop-elect then signs the above Declaration in the sight of all present. The witnesses add

their signatures. All stand.

The Presiding Bishop then says the following, or similar words, and asks the response of the

People

Brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus, you have heard testimony given that Poulson Reed has been

duly and lawfully elected to be a bishop of the Church of God to serve in the Diocese of

Oklahoma. You have been assured of his suitability and that the Church has approved him for

this sacred responsibility. Nevertheless, if any of you know any reason why we should not

proceed, let it now be made known.

If no objection is made, the Presiding Bishop continues

Is it your will that we ordain Poulson a bishop?

People That is our will.

Presiding Bishop Will you uphold Poulson as bishop?

People We will.

The Presiding Bishop then says

The Scriptures tell us that our Savior Christ spent the whole night in prayer before he chose and

sent forth his twelve apostles. Likewise, the apostles prayed before they appointed Matthias to

be one of their number. Let us, therefore, follow their examples, and offer our prayers to

Almighty God before we ordain Poulson for the work to which we trust the Holy Spirit has called

him.

LITANY FOR ORDINATIONS

Certificate of Election – At our election for bishop, those who cast votes that declared our winner

signed the certificate of their presence and that they voted. The number of signatures equals the

amount of votes cast.

Canonical Testimony – This testimony is from the Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop’s office

where the canonical consent process has been fully complete. The Presiding Bishop confirms the

receipt of consents from a majority of bishops with jurisdiction and has also reviewed the

evidence of consents from a majority of standing committees of the Church sent by the diocesan

standing committee.

Evidence of Ordination – Sharing information of when and where the bishop-elect was ordained

into the Episcopal Church.

Consents of Standing Committees – Standing committee are elected clergy and laity for each

diocese. All Standing Committees are asked to consent to the ordination of the Bishop-elect.

There must be a majority of consents from this group to proceed.

Consents of Bishops – Bishops from each diocese are asked to consent to the ordination of the

bishop-elect. There must be a majority of consents from this group to proceed.

A litany is an intercessory prayer including various petitions that are said or sung by the leader

with fixed responses by the congregation.

All kneel.

Litanist For all members of your Church in their vocation and ministry, that they may serve

you in a true and godly life, we pray to you, O lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Litanist For Michael, our Presiding Bishop, and for all bishops, priests, and deacons, that

they may be filled with your love, may hunger for truth, and may thirst after

righteousness, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Litanist For Poulson, chosen bishop of your church, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Litanist That we may faithfully fulfill the duties of this ministry build up your Church, and

glorify your Name, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Litanist That by the indwelling of the Holy Spirit he may be sustained and encouraged to

persevere to the end, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Litanist For his family, that they may be adorned with all Christian virtues, we pray

to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Litanist For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease

and that all may be one as you and the Father are one, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Litanist For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness it may preach the Gospel to

the ends of the earth, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Litanist For those who do not yet believe, and for those who have lost their faith, that they

may receive the light of the Gospel, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Litanist For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow

among nations and peoples, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Litanist For those in positions of public trust, that they may serve justice and promote the

dignity and freedom of every person, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Litanist For a blessing upon all human labor, and for the right use of the riches of creation,

that the world may be freed from poverty, famine, and disaster, we pray to you, O

Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Litanist For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, prisoners,

and all who are in danger; that they may be relieved and protected, we pray to

you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Litanist For ourselves, for the forgiveness of our sins, and for the grace of the Holy Spirit to

amend our lives, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Litanist For all who have died in the communion of your Church, and those whose faith is

known to you alone, that with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where

there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, we pray to you, O Lord.

People Lord, hear our prayer.

Litanist Rejoicing in the fellowship of the ever-blessed Virgin Mary, and all the saints, let us

commend ourselves, and one another.

Who Will I Pray for Today? Write names or draw symbols for the various peoples we will pray for.

People in the Church For our Presiding Bishop

For Poulson For Us

Poulson’s Family For Finding the Light

For Peace For Those in Our Government

For Those Who Work For the Poor, the Prisoners, the Sick

For All Who Have Died Anyone Else?

COLLECT FOR THE ORDINATION OF A BISHOP

Presiding Bishop The Lord be with you.

People And also with you.

Presiding Bishop Let us pray.

O God of unchangeable power and eternal light: Look favorably on your whole Church, that

wonderful and sacred mystery; by the effectual working of your providence, carry out in

tranquility the plan of salvation; let the whole world see and know that things which were cast

down are being raised up, and things which had grown old are being made new, and that all

things are being brought to their perfection by him through whom all things were made, your

Son Jesus Christ our Lord; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God,

for ever and ever. Amen.

The People are seated.

THE MINISTRY OF THE WORD

What is a Collect? A collect is simply a prayer meant to gather the intentions of the people and the focus of worship into a succinct prayer.

All the collects more or less fit a pattern that was developed, and some would say perfected by Archbishop Cranmer in the first Book of Common Prayer (1549). The form of collects is quite simple.

1. There is an address to God and to his character or actions in the world on our behalf.

2. There is a request. 3. There is an invocation and doxology. (Invocation is an act or form of calling for

the assistance from God, a solemn plea. The Doxology is an expression of praise to God.)

4. And there is The Amen.

Read the prayer below.

Can you find how God is named?

What is the request?

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THE FIRST LESSON

Reader The Word of the Lord.

People Thanks be to God

PSALM

THE SECOND LESSON

Reader The Word of the Lord.

People Thanks be to God.

The People stand to sing and remain standing through the Gospel.

SEQUENCE HYMN

THE HOLY GOSPEL

Gospeller The Holy Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ according to Saint John.

People Glory to you, Lord Christ.

Evangelisto El Evangelio del Señor.

Pueblo Te alabamos, Cristo Señor.

The Gospel reading will be read in English and Spanish.

The People are seated at the invitation of the Preacher.

This will come from either Matthew, Mark, Luke, or John, which are the Gospels, and

be ready by a Deacon of the Diocese.

A Psalm is a sacred song or hymn, particularly those contained in the biblical Book of

Psalms. Did you know? Psalm is the center of the Bible. If you place your Bible flat, and

try to find the center, you most likely will find it! MOVE TO CORRECT LOCATION

A hymn sung after the second lesson and before the Gospel

acclamation at the eucharist.

Scripture Readings are read from the Bible. These are God’s holy words. There are two

sections: The Old Testament which shares God’s acts of creation, his people in Israel, a

covenant with the people, the Ten Commandments, and the prophets. The New

Testament describes the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the Messiah, whose

coming was foretold in the OT. It also tells the story of the creation of the Christian

church through the gift of the Holy Spirit and presents the new covenant, based on love,

which is the new relationship with God given by Jesus Christ to all who believe in him.

There are different covers on the Bible.

Some are red with a large cross and

others are gold with jewels. How would

you decorate the Bible cover?

SERMON

The Rt. Rev. Carlye J. Hughes Bishop of Newark

HYMN Sung by all, standing

THE EXAMINATION

All now sit, except the bishop-elect, who stands facing the bishops. The Presiding Bishop

addresses the bishop-elect.

My brother, the people have chosen you and have affirmed their trust in you by acclaiming your

election. A bishop in God's holy Church is called to be one with the apostles in proclaiming

Christ's resurrection and interpreting the Gospel, and to testify to Christ's sovereignty as Lord of

lords and King of kings.

You are called to guard the faith, unity, and discipline of the Church; to celebrate and to provide

for the administration of the sacraments of the New Covenant; to ordain priests and deacons

and to join in ordaining bishops; and to be in all things a faithful pastor and wholesome example

for the entire flock of Christ.

With your fellow bishops you will share in the leadership of the Church throughout the world.

Your heritage is the faith of patriarchs, prophets, apostles, and martyrs, and those of every

generation who have looked to God in hope. Your joy will be to follow him who came, not to be

served, but to serve, and to give his life a ransom for many.

Are you persuaded that God has called you to the office of bishop?

Answer I am so persuaded.

The following questions are then addressed to the bishop-elect by one or more of the other

bishops

Bishop

Will you accept this call and fulfill this trust in obedience to Christ?

Answer I will obey Christ, and will serve in his name.

Bishop Will you be faithful in prayer, and in the study of Holy Scripture, that you may have

the mind of Christ?

Answer I will, for he is my help.

About Bishop Hughes

On May 19, 2018, the Rev. Carlye J. Hughes was elected as the 11th Bishop of the Diocese of Newark on the first ballot. Upon her consecration on September 22, 2018, she became the first

woman and African American to serve as bishop of this diocese.

A life-long Episcopalian, Hughes was born Tulsa, Oklahoma and raised in Ft. Worth, Texas. She earned a BA in Drama and for 20

years she made her home in New York City, while pursuing a career in Human Resources as a corporate trainer.

While in NYC she discerned a call to the priesthood and attended Virginia Theological seminary, earning a M.Div. in 2005. After a Lilly Fellowship at St. James’ Church in New York City, she was

called to serve as rector first at St. Peter’s, Church Peekskill NY; and most recently at Trinity Church, Ft. Worth, Texas. Hughes describes her ministry there as one in which she helped others

“discover the ways they are called to serve God and God’s people… supporting, encouraging, and empowering them to go and do what God created them to do. Because, Hughes stated,

“Today’s church is not one that can rest on the past while waiting for people to come and ask about the faith. Instead God is guiding us to be active participants in the world. An important element of my ministry… is to nurture and guide our capacity to build relationships with neighbors locally or on the other side of

the globe.”

The Confession of Faith is a declaration of belief in the triune God (three in one – God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit) is modeled after the example of the Christian martyrs and confessors of faith. In Christian liturgy, this confession is expressed through the recitation of the

ancient ecumenical creeds-the Apostles' Creed and the Nicene Creed-and through the eucharistic prayer. This prayer is something said on Sunday mornings and should sound familiar to you.

Bishop Will you boldly proclaim and interpret the Gospel of Christ, enlightening the minds

and stirring up the conscience of your people?

Answer I will, in the power of the Spirit.

Bishop As a chief priest and pastor, will you encourage and support all baptized people in

their gifts and ministries, nourish them from the riches of God's grace, pray for

them without ceasing, and celebrate with them the sacraments of our

redemption?

Answer I will, in the name of Christ, the Shepherd and Bishop of our souls.

Bishop Will you guard the faith, unity, and discipline of the Church?

Answer I will, for the love of God.

Bishop Will you share with your fellow bishops in the government of the whole Church;

will you sustain your fellow presbyters and take counsel with them; will you guide

and strengthen the deacons and all others who minister in the Church?

Answer I will, by the grace given me.

Bishop Will you be merciful to all, show compassion to the poor and strangers, and defend

those who have no helper?

Answer I will, for the sake of Christ Jesus.

All stand.

THE NICENE CREED

The Presiding Bishop then says

Poulson, through these promises you have committed yourself to God, to serve his Church in the office of bishop. We therefore call upon you, chosen to be a guardian of the Church's faith, to lead us in confessing that faith.

According to legend, Saint Patrick used a shamrock to explain about God. The

shamrock, which looks like clover, has three leaves on each stem. Saint Patrick told the

people that the shamrock was like the idea of the Trinity, that in the one God there are

three divine beings: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. The shamrock was sacred to

the Druids, so Saint Patrick's use of it in explaining the trinity was very wise.

Which of these items below could be used to represent the trinity?

Bishop-elect We believe in one God.

Then all sing or say together

We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven: by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the Virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the Prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.

THE CONSECRATION OF THE BISHOP

All continue to stand, except the bishop-elect, who kneels before the Presiding Bishop. The other bishops stand to the right and left of the Presiding Bishop.

A short hymn is sung by the choir.

A period of silent prayer follows, the people still standing.

The Presiding Bishop then begins this Prayer of Consecration

God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, Father of mercies and God of all comfort, dwelling on high but having regard for the lowly, knowing all things before they come to pass: We give you

thanks that from the beginning you have gathered and prepared a people to be heirs of the covenant of Abraham, and have raised up prophets, kings, and priests, never leaving your temple untended. We praise you also that from the creation you have graciously accepted the ministry of those whom you have chosen.

The Presiding Bishop and other Bishops now lay their hands

upon the head of the bishop-elect, and say together

Therefore, Father, make Poulson a bishop in your Church. Pour

out upon him the power of your princely Spirit, whom you bestowed upon your beloved Son

Jesus Christ, with whom he endowed the apostles, and by whom your Church is built up in every

place, to the glory and unceasing praise of your Name.

The Presiding Bishop continues

To you, O Father, all hearts are open; fill, we pray, the heart of this your servant whom you have

chosen to be a bishop in your Church, with such love of you and of all the people, that he may

feed and tend the flock of Christ, and exercise without reproach the high priesthood to which

you have called him, serving before you day and night in the ministry of reconciliation, declaring

pardon in your Name, offering the holy gifts, and wisely overseeing the life and work of the

This hymn will allow time for all the Bishop participants who will be laying hands on Bishop

Coadjutor Elect Poulson to move into position.

Do you wonder why all the bishops present are not invited at this time? One reason is that

not everyone will be able to reach in to lay hands on Poulson. Second, there will be a

representative number of bishops who will actually lay hands on Poulson. Read the

information below regarding Apostolic Succession.

Church. In all things may he present before you the acceptable offering of a pure, and gentle,

and holy life; through Jesus Christ your Son, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and

power and glory in the Church, now and for ever.

The People in a loud voice respond Amen.

The new bishop is now vested according to the order of bishops.

These gifts are symbols of the authority of the Bishop

Book of Common Prayer (BCP)

A Crozier the shepherd’s staff

The Pectoral Cross

Bishop’s Ring

The official book of worship of the Episcopal Church. The BCP

provides liturgical forms, prayers, and instructions so that all members and orders of the

Episcopal Church may appropriately share in common worship. This book is usually

crimson with a large gold cross on the front.

A cross, typically of silver or gold, suspended by a chain around the neck. The cross

hangs at about the breastbone or pectoral muscles of the wearer. It may be adorned

with jewels. Bishops now often wear an ornate pectoral cross as an episcopal insignia.

Some priests wear a simple pectoral cross.

Fish have a pectoral fin on both sides of their body which help the fish create a dynamic

lifting force. I wonder how a cross could help someone rise up in strength?

Sometimes it is handed down from the previous bishop and sometimes it is made new.

Like a wedding ring, it is a symbol of commitment, the bishop’s commitment to the

Church and the people under their care. Some bishops’ rings are set with an amethyst

stone, which is purple – purple is the bishop’s special color. The stone or the gold, if the

ring has no stone, is often engraved with the seal of the diocese or the bishop’s personal

design. The bishop may use the ring to mark a wax seal on ordination and other

important documents. Bishop-elect Poulson’s ring is a gift from the clergy of the diocese.

How would you decorate a pectoral

cross?

Have your ever seen a movie or picture with a shepherd and a flock of sheep? Then you know they

need help to get the sheep all in the same direction. The shepherds have a staff or stick to tap the

sheep, to move them forward, or using the other end, the crook allows the shepherd to get the sheep

by the neck to restrain them or save smaller sheep from dangerous outcroppings. Shepherds also use

this stick to help them walk and at night it is a good prop to hold them up while resting.

While the bishop will not physically use the crozier, it is a symbol of being a leader of the flock and of

his authority. It represents the bishop’s call to travel near and far and preach the Gospel. The curved

end also symbolizes the bishop’s role in defending the faith.

The Cope – the shepherd’s cloak

What are some things you

know about sheep? Think

about the 23rd Psalm below.

Why are sheep important?

Why would sheep need a

leader?

This is a long cape, worn when the Holy Eucharist is celebrated. Biblical shepherds and

shepherds of today would wear cloaks that could shelter a lamb. As the bishop is our

shepherd, he, too, will shepherd his fold.

PSALM 23

The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures;

he leads me beside still waters; he restores my soul.

He leads me in right paths for his name’s sake.

Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I fear no evil;

for you are with me; your rod and your staff—

they comfort me. You prepare a table before me

in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil;

my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me

all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD

my whole life long.

The Miter

A Bible is presented with these words -

Receive the Holy Scriptures. Feed the flock of Christ committed to your charge, guard and

defend them in his truth, and be a faithful steward of his holy Word and Sacraments.

The Presiding Bishop presents to the people their new Bishop. The Clergy and People offer their

acclamation and applause.

THE PEACE

The new Bishop then says

The peace of the Lord be always with you.

People And also with you.

All greet one another in the Name of the Lord.

THE HOLY COMMUNION

OFFERTORY SENTENCE

The People are seated while an offering is received to support diocesan seminarians.

OFFERTORY ANTHEM

DOXOLOGY

As the gifts are

presented, the People stand and sing

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below;

When we shake hands outside the church, what does it mean? It is a way of greeting. The Peace of the Lord is with everyone in the church, and the same thing is happening in all the

churches of the world.

A miter is a headdress used by bishops as a sign of authority. A simpler from of the miter is

also used by certain abbots. One ancient explanation for the shape of the miter is that it

resembles the flame that lit upon the heads of the Apostles at Pentecost. (Acts 2: 1). It is

“mitered” to a point at the top and is designed to it be folded. The flaps in the back of the

miter are called “lappets”, which look like elaborate bookmarks, a reminder of the Old and

New Testaments. The bishop puts on the miter when acting in the capacity of a bishop and

removes it during certain prayers. Note that when standing behind the Altar for the

Communion Prayer, the bishop looks very much like a priest, a reminder that a bishop is also a

priest, but one with the responsibility of oversight.

Did you know? The Miter is spelled this way in the United States. It is spelled Mitre in England.

Song sung while the offering is being collected. WHAT WILL

THE MONEY GO TO?

praise him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

These are words of glory or praise to God. This is sung when the offering and bread and

wine are brought to the altar.

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING

Celebrant The Lord be with you.

People And also with you.

Celebrant Lift up your hearts.

People We lift them to the Lord.

Celebrant Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

People It is right to give him thanks and praise.

Celebrant

It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and every- where to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.

Through the great shepherd of your flock, Jesus Christ our Lord; who after his resurrection sent forth his apostles to preach the Gospel and to teach all nations; and promised to be with them always, even to the end of the ages. Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name:

Celebrant and People

Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.

SANCTUS & BENEDICTUS Sung by all.

The People standing

The Celebrant continues

Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself, and, when we had fallen into sin and become

subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus Christ, your only and eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you, the God and Father of all. He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself, in obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole world.

On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, "Take, eat: This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me."

Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith:

Celebrant and People Christ has died.

Christ is risen.

Christ will come again.

The Presiding Bishop continues

We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this

sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Recalling his death,

resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts.

Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy

food and drink of new and unending life in him. Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive

this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity, constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us

with all your saints into the joy of your eternal kingdom.

All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By him, and with him, and in

him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty

Father, now and for ever.

Celebrant and People AMEN.

THE LORD’S PRAYER

Here we might listen for the Sanctus bells. The primary reason for the use of sanctus/altar

bells is to create a joyful noise to the Lord to give thanks for Christ’s presence in a heavenly

and spiritual manner in the Holy Communion.

Celebrant And now, as our Savior Christ has taught us, we are bold to say,

All Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy Name,

thy kingdom come,

thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,

and the power, and the glory,

for ever and ever. Amen.

THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD

The Celebrant breaks the consecrated Bread. A period of silence is kept.

THE FRACTION ANTHEM THIS IS MUSIC SUNG AFTER THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD?????

AGNUS DEI Sung by all.

[Alleluia.] Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;

Therefore let us keep the feast. [Alleluia.]

MINISTRATION OF COMMUNION

MUSIC AT COMMUNION

COMMUNION HYMN Sung by all.

AFTER COMMUNION

Bishop Let us pray.

All

Almighty and everliving God,

we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food

of the most precious Body and Blood

of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ;

and for assuring us in these holy mysteries

that we are living members of the Body of your Son,

and heirs of your eternal kingdom.

And now, Father, send us out

to do the work you have given us to do,

to love and serve you

as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord.

To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit,

be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen.

SOLEMN TE DEUM Sung by the choir

PONTIFICAL BLESSING

The new Bishop blesses the People, first saying

New Bishop Our help is in the Name of the Lord;

People The maker of heaven and earth.

New Bishop Blessed be the Name of the Lord;

People From this time forth for evermore.

New Bishop The blessing, mercy, and grace of God Almighty, the Father, the Son,

and the Holy Spirit, be upon you, and remain with you for ever.

People Amen.

DISMISSAL

Deacon Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the power of the Spirit. Alleluia, alleluia.

People Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia.

Solem Te deum – It is placed at the end of the service and is sung on any occasion of

celebration or thanksgiving.

There will be a large number of people present for this event. In order to see that everyone

is able to receive Bread and Wine, Communion will be distributed at various stations

throughout the area. You and your family will go together for Communion. There will also

be several hymns sung by everyone. KATE

There will be several songs sung by the choir. Music will be offered until such time as

everyone has had communion.

POSTLUDE

A concluding piece of music, normally played by an organ, at a religious

service.

Titles –

The Rt. Rev.

The Most Rever

Very Reverand

MATCHING GAME WHAT DO YOU KNOW

Bishop Poulson last church was in: Oklahoma

Arizona

Florida

Bishop Poulson will be the ____ Bishop of

Oklahoma

Third

Tenth

Sixth

Bishop Poulson will assume responsibilities

for the diocese after Bishop ______

Bob

Joe

Ed

Bishop Poulson’s last church had a swimming pool

a golf course

a day school

Bishop Poulson’s wife plays a flute

a tuba

a trombone

Bishop Poulson has _____ children 5

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Labyrinths have long been used as meditation and prayer tools. A labyrinth is not the

same as a maze. A maze is designed with places that end, and you must reverse to

find your way back. A labyrinth has a path that will take you to the center.

A labyrinth can be walked, drawn, or traced. It is a metaphor for life's journey. It is a

symbol that creates a sacred space.

The language in this booklet is masculine, as we elected a male Bishop-Coadjutor. Please change

pronouns to fit your situation.

Book designed by the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma, 2020.

Specific drawings completed by Kyt Byrd, youth member of the Diocese.

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